Quote by Albert Camus
Poor and free rather than rich and enslaved. Of course, men want to be both rich and free, and this is what leads them at times to be poor and enslaved.
Summary
This quote suggests that being poor but free is preferable to being rich but enslaved. Although people desire wealth and freedom simultaneously, the pursuit of materialism and wealth often leads to the loss of personal freedom, ultimately making them impoverished and enslaved in some way. Therefore, the quote implies that prioritizing personal freedom and independence over wealth may result in a more fulfilling and content life.
By Albert Camus